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When to Plant Crosne in Haskell County, OK

Crosne (Chinese artichoke) produces small, segmented white tubers with a crunchy texture and mild artichoke-nutty flavor. They are a rare delicacy in French cuisine.

Haskell County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 28 and the first fall frost is November 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 220 days.

At an elevation of 691 feet, Haskell County receives approximately 29.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Crosne during the growing season.

Haskell County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
220 days
Last Spring Frost March 28
220 growing days
First Fall Frost November 3

Haskell County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.5-7.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Crosne

Crosne needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Crosne Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 1.1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 1.9" 2.4" 🚿 Regular watering
Apr 4.3" 2.9" 1.4" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4.8" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 3.8" 0.5" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 3" 1.3" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 2.1" 2.2" 🚿 Regular watering
Nov 4.3" 1" 3.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec 0.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Haskell County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Crosne Planting Timeline — Haskell County, OK

Crosne Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 14 Mar 14 – Apr 4
Harvest August 15 Aug 15 – Oct 17
Fall Sowing August 25 Aug 25 – Sep 8

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Direct Sow
April Direct Sow
May
June
July
August Fall Sowing Harvest
September Fall Sowing Harvest
October Harvest
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

150–200 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

220 days in Haskell County

Growing Tips for Haskell County

Plant tubers 3 inches deep in spring. Mark the location well as plants die back. Harvest in late fall after frost. Leave some tubers in ground for next year. Very labor-intensive to harvest.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Crosne in Haskell County, OK?

Haskell County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 28. Plan your Crosne planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Haskell County, OK?

Haskell County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 28 and first fall frost is November 3.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Haskell County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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